Flavia Zexi Li

Dr. Flavia Zexi Li is a Lecturer in Leadership and Management at Aston Business School, part of the College of Business and Social Sciences at Aston University. She holds a PhD from the University of Exeter Business School and focuses on organizational network analysis, leadership dynamics, and interpersonal relationships in workplaces. Her research explores how attachment styles (e.g., anxious/avoidant) influence workplace friendships and job performance, as well as the role of competitive climates in shaping organizational citizenship behavior.

Key research interests include paradoxical leadership, upward leader-member exchange, and the application of social network analysis in organizational settings. She has contributed to peer-reviewed journals like the European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology and co-authored chapters in edited volumes on organizational networks.

Dr. Li has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Best PhD of the Year (2024) and travel grants from the International Network for Social Network Analysis. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical insights into improving workplace relationships and leadership effectiveness.